Fidelis's constant prayer was that he be kept completely faithful to God and not give in to any lukewarmness or apathy. He was often heard to exclaim, "Woe to me if I should prove myself but a half-hearted soldier in the service of my thorn-crowned Captain." His prayer against apathy, and his concern for the... Continue Reading →
Be Merciful. And Happy Easter!
If nothing else, Know that Easter brings Hope! And the Possibility of the Improbable and the Impossible. Even when it comes to Fallen Sinners like me. Thus, I will keep on writing and posting. Perhaps SOME Good will come. If it does, remember, it is because of Him Alone.
Saint Jean-Baptiste de la Salle and Why I Am Not Juanita
El DÃa de mi Santo. My Saints Day. St. John Baptist de la Salle. He has much to teach me, though he tried I never listened. Perhaps it is time, even if I am not Juanita.
A Husband and a Father
Friar Jim Van Vurst has reminded us of St. Joseph's Humanness. A reminder for us all, but especially to Dads, Step-Dads, Foster Dads, Adopted Dads and Husbands.
St. Hyacintha of Mariscotti
Today's Saint of the Day from American Catholic.org, St. Hyacintha of Mariscotti. May her humility and understanding serve as a guide for us.
Blessed William Carter
January 11th is the Feast Day of Blessed William Carter...and just as in Queen Elizabeth I's time it was a dangerous time to be a Catholic Christian...Presently, it is ALSO Life-Threatening to be a Practicing Catholic Christian in many countries...
Failure and Anxiety
My New Year's Resolution, I Pray it will help me avoid these...